Director, Global Quality Engineering & Operations

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a Director of Quality Engineering in Tualatin, OR to lead the Global Planning & Operations quality execution. You will architect governance, define roles, and drive cross‑functional quality improvements with GP&O heads.

This executive role requires influencing senior leaders and building strong partnerships across engineering, planning, and service functions. The position emphasizes ownership of quality, implementation of KPI-driven governance, and alignment with Lam’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 15 years of experience in quality leadership or related role.
• Demonstrated experience applying advanced quality methodologies to improve quality and reduce variability.
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence and delivering measurable results.
• Strong communication and influence across senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Build collaborative partnerships with each GP&O function.
• Spearhead the adoption of a culture of quality and continuous improvement within GP&O, instilling ownership of quality issues across each function.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to the GP&O escalation resolution process, utilizing structured problem‑solving methodologies to identify systemic root causes.
• Support the systemic resolution of quality breakdowns within GP&O by leading the cross‑functional collaborations required both within and outside of GOps.
• Develop KPI metrics to measure GP&O quality performance and drive adoption across GP&O functions.
• Ensure that GP&O quality efforts are aligned with overall GOps Quality goals and key Tier 1 customer quality objectives.
• Provide a governance framework that enables each GP&O function to achieve operational excellence in quality, speed, and proficiency.
• Serve as a role model for Lam Core Values and the effective utilization of the Lam Management System to resolve conflicts and drive results.

Skills

Quality management

Process improvement

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communication

Quality data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial)

15 years of experience in quality leadership or related role

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Lam Research is seeking a Director of Quality Engineering in Tualatin, OR to lead the Global Planning & Operations quality execution. You will architect governance, define roles, and drive cross‑functional quality improvements with GP&O heads.

This executive role requires influencing senior leaders and building strong partnerships across engineering, planning, and service functions. The position emphasizes ownership of quality, implementation of KPI-driven governance, and alignment with Lam’s